Tax Manager

Job Summary:
The Tax Manager will be responsible for overseeing all tax-related matters for the company and its subsidiaries. This includes ensuring strict compliance with national and local tax regulations in the Philippines (BIR, SEC, LGU), managing tax audits, planning for tax efficiency, and providing strategic guidance to the finance team and senior management. The ideal candidate possesses in-depth knowledge of Philippine tax law, particularly as it applies to financial services and installment financing, and has a proven track record in a fast-paced commercial environment.

Key Responsibilities:
Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation, filing, and payment of all national and local tax returns (e.g., Corporate Income Tax, Value-Added Tax, Withholding Taxes, Percentage Tax, Documentary Stamp Tax, Local Business Tax, Annual Registration Fee).
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual tax compliance activities.
• Maintain organized and audit-ready records of all tax documents, filings, and correspondences.
• Manage relationships and correspondences with the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and Local Government Units (LGUs).

Tax Accounting & Financial Reporting:

• Review and ensure accurate calculation of current and deferred tax provisions in accordance with Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS).
• Oversee the reconciliation of all tax-related general ledger accounts.
• Provide support for the financial reporting process related to tax disclosures in audited financial statements.

Tax Audit & Controversy Management:

• Act as the primary point of contact and lead all BIR and LGU tax audits, investigations, and inquiries.
• Prepare and organize all required documentation for tax audits.
• Develop strategies and represent the company in resolving tax assessments, disputes, and litigations in coordination with external legal counsel when necessary.

Tax Planning & Advisory:

• Proactively identify, research, and implement opportunities for legitimate tax savings and efficiency improvements.
• Monitor changes in Philippine tax laws, regulations, and rulings, and assess their impact on the business.
• Provide practical and compliant tax advice to the CFO and management on new business initiatives, product launches, and corporate structuring.
• Advise on the tax implications of marketing promotions, dealer/partner agreements, and customer financing contracts.

Process Improvement & Team Leadership:

• Develop, implement, and improve internal tax policies, procedures, and controls to mitigate risk.
• Train and mentor accounting and finance staff on tax compliance matters.
• Liaise with external tax consultants and auditors as required.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy. Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the Philippines.
• Experience: Minimum of 7-10 years of relevant tax experience, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial role. Prior experience in the financial services, banking, fintech, or consumer finance industry is highly preferred. Experience with an auditing firm (Big 4 is a plus) and a multinational or large local corporation is advantageous.

Technical Skills:

• Expert knowledge of the Philippine Tax Code (National Internal Revenue Code), BIR regulations, and local tax ordinances.
• Strong understanding of PFRS, particularly pertaining to income taxes.
• Experience with tax compliance software and advanced proficiency in MS Excel.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Netsuite) is an advantage.

Key Competencies:

• Exceptionally detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex tax matters to non-specialists.
• High integrity and ethical standards.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet strict deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive, strategic thinker with a business-oriented mindset.